The Moroccan government has officially renewed a set of satellite communication licenses, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining and expanding services in a sector that’s increasingly vital to the country’s digital infrastructure. Meeting in Rabat on Thursday, the Council of Government approved nine decrees extending the operating authorizations of several companies working in satellite telecommunications.
These renewals, presented by the Minister Delegate in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, were granted following a favorable opinion from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT), according to government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas during a press briefing after the meeting.
Among the companies benefiting from the renewals are two major telecom players: Maroc Telecom and Wana Corporate. Both had their licenses for using VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) satellite technology extended. VSAT systems are widely used to provide internet and data connectivity in remote areas, playing a critical role in bridging the digital divide.
Several other firms also received extensions. Green Development and Planning Company and Cires Telecom were granted continued authorization to operate radio communication networks using 3RP technology—another satellite-based communication solution.
In addition, the government renewed the licenses of three operators managing GMPCS (Global Mobile Personal Communications by Satellite) public communication networks: Orbcomm Maghreb, Thuraya Maghreb SA, and AL Hourria Telecom. Gulfsat Maghreb also received approval to continue operating its own VSAT network.
These renewed licenses are a continuation of previously granted authorizations and comply with current telecommunications regulations. The decision is part of a broader strategy to ensure service continuity in a sector deemed essential to Morocco’s development—especially as satellite technology becomes an increasingly important tool for connecting rural and hard-to-reach areas.
